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Carlos Vasquez
From chains to change.
Carlos Vasquez is a walking testament to what’s possible when pain is turned into purpose. After spending 17 years in prison—including three years in solitary confinement—Carlos didn’t come out broken; he came out rebuilt. He overcame homelessness, addiction, gang life, and deep trauma to become a nationally recognized motivational speaker, author, and thought leader in human-centered leadership.
Released in 2021, Carlos wasted no time. He enrolled in business school, and before even graduating, launched How To Battle—a consulting and human development firm focused on building human-centered leaders and upskilling organizations across the country.
Today, Carlos partners with major companies to elevate their teams—personally and professionally—transforming the way people lead, work, and live.
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SPEAKER
Carlos captivates audiences with raw truth, hard-earned wisdom, and a transformational leadership model that moves people from inspiration to action.
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AUTHOR
As a bestselling author, Carlos distills his journey from prison to purpose into practical, soul-stirring frameworks for authentic leadership and personal transformation.
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PODCAST HOST
On the How To Battle podcast, Carlos brings unfiltered conversations that blend vulnerability, strategy, and purpose to help listeners lead and live with impact.
